Emergency-specific templates and relevant supporting documents.
The BC health authorities follow the BC Ministry of Health standardized provincial colour codes and response procedures that provide clear and concise communication for staff and ensure a coordinated effort across teams during an emergency situation. While colour codes are not mandatory components of each contracted long-term care (LTC)/assisted living (AL) home, Fraser Health highly recommends implementing them to enhance emergency preparedness.
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Fire – Code Red
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Medical emergency – Code Blue
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Violence/Aggression – Code White
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Active attacker – Code Silver
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Bomb threat – Code Black
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Hazardous spill – Code Brown
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Missing patient – Code Yellow
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Evacuation – Code Green
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System failure – Code Grey
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Earthquakes
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Additional resourcesProvincial Colour Codes and Response Procedures Information Guide